We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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I spent 42000 KES of the first lumpsum in catering for the cost of building iron roof house , paid school fee of 1500 KES and used the rest of the money in buying food and a few households.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life has improved because my previous house was almost falling but now I have a plastered house which is stable.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($99 USD)
access_time over 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought 3 bags of cement at 990 KES, a mattress at 4500 KES, spent 1000 KES on school uniform for children and the remaining amount of my token payment on cooking devices.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I will complete building a permanent house using my upcoming lumpsum payment.
Enrolled
access_time almost 9 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to renovate my house, build a kitchen, buy livestock like cattle and to pay school fees.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement am proudest of is building this house and the furniture in it. I managed the construction expenses with my own savings and that's why I feel proud.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is lack of a sustainable income source. Being a widow with kids to feed and take care of is difficult, but I try my best.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is when I get paid for the casual jobs I go to during evening hours.
